Rides for Juniors

BayBUG doesn’t run rides that specifically cater to riders under 16, however another organisation in the local area called Junior Cyclist does.

To find out more, or to make contact, visit the Junior Cyclist website.
They are happy to assist if you are having difficulty transitioning your child to riding without training wheels.

Junior rides (material supplied by Junior Cyclist)

Start

Warmer Months (School Terms 1 & 4)

Thursday from 6pm to 7:30pm – training under lightsSunday from 3pm to 5pm – events with a focus on having fun
Both days at Lidcombe Oval and Velodrome (all activities in a car-free environment)

Cooler Months (School Terms 2 & 3)

Thursday from 6pm to 7:30pm – skills and drills
Sydney Olympic Park (shared pathways and car-free areas)Sunday from 2:15pm to 4:30pm – events with a focus on having fun
Lansdowne Reserve, Lansdowne (all activities in a car-free environment)

Special Events

There are also special events scheduled during school holiday periods
Check the Junior Cyclist website or call contact (details below) for more information

Distance

Depends on rider ability; training drills and racing are typically short followed by brief resting periods

Grade

No minimum age – any junior rider who can ride without training wheels, through to advanced junior racers; riders are graded and grouped by ability

Type of bike

Any bike in good working order will do. All new riders should start with whatever bike they already have. Resist buying a new bike if your child already has a bike. There is no need to go out and buy expensive new equipment, as you will learn a lot about selecting the right bike for your child from the first few sessions. Ask for advice from the coaches and other parents before you purchase.

Coaches

The coaches and officials have over 100 years of combined experience developing cycle skills for new riders, particularly very young riders. They include accredited coaches, commissaires and racers in most cycling disciplines.

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BayBUG was formed in 2001 to promote the use of bicycles for transport and recreation, as a means to improve quality of life and protect the environment.

Ride Emails

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Keep informed of upcoming rides and other BayBUG related activities, by subscribing to the BayBUG - Riders Google Group. Ride emails (normally weekly), describe the Sunday route and other details such as distance and difficulty. This allows riders to determine their suitability for each ride.

Jersey

If you are interested in purchasing a BayBUG Jersey, visit the Jersey page for details.